A friend of mine passed away Friday night. She had three grown daughters, one of which, is also a friend (not a close friend, but a friend nevertheless) At any rate, both she and her daughter belonged to the Baha'i Faith. I know NOTHING about this religion....I don't know what they believe, what their practices are, etc. I don't know if they believe in the same God that I do. I want to send a Sympathy card, but want to send one that is appropriate and will not offend her daughter (religion-wise) Also, is it inappropriate to send flowers? Can anyone help me with this? If you know anything about this faith I would be very interested to learn a few things about it. Thanks
2007-09-03 12:38:55 · 10 answers · asked by katjam234 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
A few years back, when I was a student, I covered a meeting of the University Bahai group for the newspaper. They proved to be the MOST lovely, sensitive, warm group of people. I'm sure that any genuine expression of sympathy and support will be most welcomed by them.
As long as you are being sincere, and it really sounds as though you are, then that's all that matters - the exact wording etc won't matter.
2007-09-03 12:52:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about it, but a generic type of card, saying I wish to express my sympathy should be good for any faith. No matter what the belief, people grieve over the loss of loved ones.
2007-09-03 19:49:47 · answer #2 · answered by RB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baha'i is a collaberation of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. They believe in all the prophets of like every religion, and definitely believe in the same God you do.
2007-09-03 19:45:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A simple: "May God be of comfort to you in this time of grief", would be welcome I'm sure. I know of no prohibition in Bahai againse flowers, so by all means send them. The Bahai tend to be very tolerant and easy going, so even if there is some stricture in Bahai against flowers, they will still appreciate the gesture coming from you.
2007-09-03 19:53:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Precious one - please allow me to first express my sympathy to YOUR loss. I am so deeply sorry to learn you have lost a friend.
I cannot help you with their faith system, as I am Christian... but I know that all dear peoples appreciate the heartfelt words of a friend who shares in their deep grief.
I pray that you - as they - are able to find comfort in this difficult time, dear one.
Peace.
2007-09-03 20:06:41 · answer #5 · answered by Depoetic 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know nothing of baha'i... but I do know that being available for a hug, and to honestly listen without judgment is the greatest gift you can give to someone who is grieving.
edit - you can find some info at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bah%C3%A1'%C3%AD_Faith
they seem reasonable folk to deal with.
2007-09-03 19:45:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send flowers, send a card expressing your care and love... no one could possibly be offended by that... they are alot like Universalists...
2007-09-03 19:51:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont think that the bahai would object to anything you felt you needed to send. My understanding is that they are tolerant to any religion.
2007-09-03 19:46:42 · answer #8 · answered by atheist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just write a short note and let her know that you are thinking of her and are there if she wants to talk.
2007-09-03 19:57:20 · answer #9 · answered by batgirl2good 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Baha'i is a world religion brought by the Prophet - founder Baha'u'llah Who taught that the divine source of all religions come from the same God. The religion teaches Oneness of God, Oneness of religion and the oneness of humanity as three central teachings.
the teachigns on life after death are found in the Sacred text:
http://reference.bahai.org/en/t/o/BNE/bne-153.html
Your friend would be delighted with any sincere expression of caring.
2014-05-06 21:50:49 · answer #10 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋